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The Aviary

CLOSED: Closed until further notice. Please do not climb here.
Updated 6 November 2024, by jonathan.

Please do not climb at Mangaokewa until further notice. Negotiations are under way with DOC and Iwi, climbing while the crag is closed will jeopardise any possible future access. Thank you.

Type
Sector
Part of
Mangaokewa

This section, just past the Gully and the Palm Boulder, starts with a short cliff
LITTERED with jugs and extends all the way down (past a number of fun slabs)
to the Bat Cave. This area is destined to be a great "beginner's" area.

Add Place Add Route

Routes

Reference Title Grade Length Pro Quality Alert Operations
 Votive, 22 22 3
2.01
  • P1
  • 22
  • 3

The line of jug "look alikes" (can you say "slopers?") on the far left of the
Aviary. 3 bolts (DBB)
 Ying Yang, 16 16 3
1.02
  • P1
  • 16
  • 3

This line could technically be two separate routes. The better holds are right of
the bolts (though a bit harder to find), while the easier to find (though not as
good) holds are left of the bolts. Do it however feels best! 3 bolts (DBB) (shares
anchors with WoS)
 Walking on Sunshine, 15 15 3
2.01
  • P1
  • 15
  • 3

A fun slab line. Walk up the dirt staircase past "YY" and climb up on good
holds. 3 bolts (DBB).
A fun slab line. Walk up the dirt staircase past "YY" and climb up on good
holds. 3 bolts (DBB).
 Automus Klyde Frog, 17 17 2
1.02
  • P1
  • 17
  • 2

This short, bouldery little arête is tucked behind a palm tree just right of all the
slabs (left of GKBK). The line of least resistance uses the right hand face, but
for a bit more challenge, try going straight up the arete. 2 bolts (DBB).
 No Kitty, Bad Kitty, 18 18 5
3
  • P1
  • 18
  • 5

Travis originally called this stunning slab/ crack line a 15! This line is a MUST
do if it isn't raining. 5 bolts (DBB).
 Polly Prissy Pants, 19 19 5
2.01
  • P1
  • 19
  • 5

The slab line just right of "GKBK." 5 bolts (DBB).
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